Rules of Prey (Lucas Davenport, #1)
by John Sandford
Rules of Prey by John Sandford holds a highly rated rating of 4.13 out of 5, based on 52.4K reader ratings. First published in 1989. The book spans 479 pages.
About Rules of Prey
The "maddog" murderer who is terrorizing the Twin Cities is two things: insane and extremely intelligent. He kills for the pleasure of it and thoroughly enjoys placing elaborate obstacles to keep police befuddled. Each clever move he makes is another point of pride. But when the brilliant Lieutenant Lucas Davenport--a dedicated cop and a serial killer's worst nightmare--is brought in to take up the investigation, the maddog suddenly has an adversary worthy of his genius.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | John Sandford |
| Published | 1989 |
| Pages | 479 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 4.13 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 52,416 |
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What genre is Rules of Prey?
Rules of Prey is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Rules of Prey worth reading?
Based on 52.4K reader ratings, Rules of Prey has an average score of 4.13 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Rules of Prey?
Rules of Prey has 479 pages.
Who wrote Rules of Prey?
Rules of Prey was written by John Sandford. It was first published in 1989.
What is the ISBN for Rules of Prey?
The ISBN-13 for Rules of Prey is 9780425205820.0.
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